Jonathan Waxman

Jonathan Waxman

Keynote Speaker: Chef & Pioneer of California Cuisine, Cookbook Author & TV Personality

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Jonathan Waxman Biography

As a native Californian, Jonathan Waxman grew up in a family that celebrated the culinary arts. After receiving the Grand Diplôme from La Varenne Cooking School in Paris, he moved back to California to work at Domaine Chandon and then with Alice Waters at the legendary Chez Panisse.

In 1979, Waxman became the executive chef of Michael’s in Santa Monica, where he developed his version of California cuisine. He is credited with being the first to bring its style, fusing French cooking techniques with the freshest local ingredients, to New York in 1984 with the now iconic Jams. Today, he is the chef/owner of Barbuto in Manhattan’s West Village, Jams at 1 Hotel Central Park, and chef/partner at Park Tavern On Washington Square in San Francisco.

Waxman is the recipient of many accolades, highlighted by the 2016 James Beard Award for Best Chef: New York City. Waxman's numerous TV appearances include "Top Chef Masters," "Top Chef," "Recipe for Deception," and "MasterChef." His charitable work includes Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation, Citymeals on Wheels, and many others.

Waxman is the author of three cookbooks including: "The Barbuto Cookbook," "A Great American Cook," and "Italian, My Way."

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Jonathan Waxman Videos

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Chef Jonathan Waxman on The Chew - YouTube

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Jonathan Waxman is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Food & Beverage, Celebrity Chef, Lifestyle, Faith & Religion, Jewish Heritage and Diversity & Inclusion.

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Jonathan Waxman generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Jonathan Waxman is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Food & Beverage, Celebrity Chef and Lifestyle. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Jonathan Waxman generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Art Smith, Alice Waters and Michael Solomonov. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Jonathan Waxman for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 05/02/2025.

Jonathan Waxman Videos

Chicken the Waxman Way | Hunter Lewis & Jonathan Waxman ...
Jonathan Waxman Highlight Reel
Chef Jonathan Waxman on The Chew - YouTube

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  • How do I book Jonathan Waxman to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Jonathan Waxman for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Jonathan Waxman, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Jonathan Waxman or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Jonathan Waxman for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Jonathan Waxman, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Jonathan Waxman, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Jonathan Waxman speak about?

    Jonathan Waxman is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Food & Beverage, Celebrity Chef, Lifestyle, Faith & Religion, Jewish Heritage and Diversity & Inclusion.
  • Where does Jonathan Waxman travel from?

    Jonathan Waxman generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Jonathan Waxman?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Jonathan Waxman for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Jonathan Waxman for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Jonathan Waxman or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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